Ruby Jones – “The Woman Who Loves You” We are utterly captivated by Ruby Jones. Her ability to weave genres while still crafting something breathtakingly original, is outstanding. On “The Woman Who Loves You”, Jones shows off an Americana songwriting heart, while still …
Flora Cash Remember Their Childhood
Flora Cash – “A Good Childhood” Flora Cash are currently riding a hot streak of creativity. Weaving tight electro elements, their latest track is a little more quirky than what is typical. The track shows their creativity as well as their surplus of …
Three tracks from the soft-but-powerful side of indie rock music
American Sigh – “Burning the flag”-This is a magical little song. It starts off in such an unassuming way with an easy going folk style and a whimsical energy… but once the harmonies enter there’s a richness to it that’s really hard to …
Three atmospheric singer songwriters to add to your favorite playlist
Brody Schenk – “Somewhere somehow”-If you’re looking for a calming acoustic style, you won’t find many better than Brody Schenk. The expressive style keeps the listener engaged from the opening. The phrasing reminds me a little of Darryl Rahn, who we have covered …
Three excellent new indie folk songs that will stop you in your tracks
Jacksonport – “Scenes from Bellevue Park”-The fingerpicking on this track is sure to make a lot of folk fans smile. But the lyrics… oh my word… I don’t know who to compare this to. Dylan? Townes? Kristofferson? Some of all of them? It’s …
Three intriguing tracks to explore unique textures in indie pop music
Jillette Johnson – “Daddy Dopamine”-I adore this song; it sounds really good, feels really good, and has a powerful (much needed) message. It puts me in the mind of Bo Burnham a bit in critiquing modern society’s reliance on technology and the dopamine …
Three indie folk duo artists who remind you why you love folk music
Hello Darling – “First to last”-If you’re looking for the type of folk music that will lull your spirit and make you think all at the time, check out this captivating new track from Hello Darling. I’m sure I’m not the first (or …
Three indie rock tracks to energize this new week
Elephant Castle – “Rocket to the moon”-In the rare occasion that we feature psych rock, you know it has to be a truly remarkable sound. It’s safe to say that Elephant Castle is one of the most captivating psych rock acts we’ve heard …
Justin Hulsey Roars Back on “Suddenly Sunshine”
We have a long history with enigmatic songwriter Justin Hulsey. His music has been with us since the infant days of Ear to the Ground, and like our site, his music has matured. On his latest album, due out later this month, the …
Three trendy indie pop tracks that you can’t wait to share with your best friends
HOAX – “Goldeneyes”-The groove on this track hits so undeniably well, it could make the stiffest of non-musical people move. The atmospheric mix feels really good. When I listen to this song, I feel like I should be in a trendy apartment vibing …
